1980 Nissan Silvia vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 370 kg more than 1980 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Silvia | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Silvia | Prius |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
